As of May, 2024, a 1985-S Quarter, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $5.00 and $35.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $1,200.00 in the 07/17/2022 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: John Flanagan
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 24.30 millimeters
Weight: 5.67 grams
Mintage: 3,362,821
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center
Series: Washington Quarters 1965 – 1998

1985-S Quarter, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-7035.00
MS-6916.00
MS-68+12.00
MS-6810.00
MS-67+7.00
MS-676.00
MS-66+5.00
MS-665.00
MS-65+5.00
MS-655.00
MS-64+5.00
MS-645.00
MS-63+5.00
MS-635.00
MS-62+5.00
MS-625.00
MS-615.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State5.0035.008.29

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1985 Washington Quarter. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1985-P Quarter (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.001,050.00
1985-D Quarter (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.004,250.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1985-S Quarter, Dcam (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$11.00

Lowest Sale Price
$472.00

Highest Sale Price
$107.18

Average Sale Price
$17.25

Most Recent Sale Price
62

Number of Sales
$6,645.25

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7011.00472.00107.18
MS-693.0075.0015.46
MS-686.0011.008.50
MS-678.0020.0014.00
MS-621,200.001,200.001,200.00
MS-607.007.007.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1985-S Quarter, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-60 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-62 having the highest max price $1,200.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1985-S Quarter, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1985-S Quarter, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 76.74% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 13.18% / 10.08% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1985-S Quarter, DCAM (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions1,200.0007/17/2022
MS-70PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.2505/03/2020
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections43.0006/22/2014
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections31.0003/09/2014
MS-60PCGSGreat Collections7.0002/09/2014
MS-70NGCGreat Collections29.0012/15/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections10.0012/15/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections45.0011/03/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections45.0010/13/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections13.0009/29/2013
MS-68ICGGreat Collections6.0008/11/2013
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0008/05/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections45.0007/21/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections41.0006/09/2013
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0005/13/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections45.0003/24/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections66.0012/23/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections44.0010/28/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections83.0009/02/2012
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions56.0004/20/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0004/16/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/13/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/09/2012
MS-69NGCGreat Collections14.0011/27/2011
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections105.0010/23/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/19/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/05/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0008/22/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/15/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/08/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/08/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/01/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/01/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0007/18/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0007/18/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0007/11/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0001/10/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0007/08/2010
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0003/24/2010
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0001/11/2010
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0011/02/2009
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions38.0009/16/2009
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0007/15/2009
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0002/23/2009
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions12.0012/10/2008
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0007/30/2008
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC19.0006/12/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0005/05/2008
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions11.0002/06/2008
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions57.0001/28/2008
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0012/19/2007
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0012/19/2007
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions25.0010/24/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0005/23/2007
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0002/19/2007
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0011/06/2006
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions21.0008/23/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0006/26/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0006/21/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0006/21/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions10.0006/05/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0005/17/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0005/03/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0004/19/2006
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0002/26/2006
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0002/15/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0001/18/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC7.0012/19/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0012/12/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0011/28/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0011/02/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0009/25/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0009/14/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0009/07/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0009/01/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0008/31/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0008/24/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0008/17/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0008/15/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0008/10/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0008/03/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0007/27/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0007/20/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0007/13/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions230.0002/23/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0001/17/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0001/03/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0012/20/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions22.0012/13/2004
MS-69ICGDavid Lawrence RC3.0012/13/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0011/01/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0010/11/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions236.0009/13/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0006/30/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions25.0006/30/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0006/30/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0006/30/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions20.0006/02/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions9.0005/12/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions20.0003/31/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0003/29/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions63.0001/28/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions259.0001/07/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0010/22/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0010/01/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0009/03/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0008/13/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0007/16/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0006/18/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions12.0006/11/2003
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions8.0002/26/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0010/29/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0010/29/2002
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions24.0004/17/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions21.0004/10/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions7.0004/03/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0004/03/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions13.0003/27/2002
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions472.0003/13/2002
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions25.0001/23/2002
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions17.0011/21/2001
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions8.0011/13/2001
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions22.0011/23/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions22.0011/16/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions13.0011/09/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions19.0010/26/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0009/07/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0004/26/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0004/21/2000